The Hospital Has Identified Telehealth as a Potential Addition to Its

Multiple Choice

The hospital has identified telehealth as a potential addition to its services and is conducting cost-benefit analysis. Which barrier to developing this service is likely to emerge?

A) Patients become so empowered that they don't use as many services.
B) There is a limited reimbursement mechanism in place at this time.
C) There is decreased contact with practitioners using telehealth technology.
D) The lack of practice standards makes telehealth risky from a liability perspective.